Lover's Weekend

I hope you all enjoyed a beautiful Valentine's weekend with your loved one's. It's just another day, but a special day to show some extra lovin'


Ours began with a romantic dinner at Fleming's and gifts. He brought me home some kettle corn from the Rodeo that's here in town for a few weeks, and yes ladies no flowers but only my man knows how much I love kettle corn :) We decided not to do anything big as we are trying to save money right now with me not working and a few vacations/trips we're taking in the near future. The one gift he gave me was 4 spray tans. I don't do spray tans normally but since I committed to no more tanning beds anymore (this is the reason I'm so pale in this picture above ;-) ) he took me saying a fews time "gosh, I'm so white" as hints but I'm being honest when I say these comments weren't intentional hints! The sweetest thing of all was waking up to breakfast in bed this morning (Sunday) before church. What an amazing husband I have. It's great to show the love that God shows us daily to each other through kind words, caring actions and unconditional love for one another.

Anyways, back to the weekend so Saturday morning Eric unfortunately had to go into work for a few hours so I had the opportunity to get a lot accomplished around the house...I just love productive weekends! Later that evening we stayed in, had popcorn and watched Julie & Julia. Fabulous movie by the way. Needless to say, I loved the movie both for love and passion she had. Very encouraging how she never gave up on what he goal was. But one question: is this why blogs became more popular within the past few months ago?
The most exciting thing for the both of us this weekend was buying the equipment for P90X. We made a committment this past week to start this regimen. So this weekend we baught everything for it and plan to start the first workout together tomorrow. I am going to try to blog about our experience daily...we'll see if I can do it!

We had one last eat out at Five Guys today after church before we start P90X, which is the next best burger place to In N' Out that we've found out here.

I hope you all have a inspirational and fabulous Monday!

California Living

My heart has been with California since I can remember. I always dreamed of having my wedding on the beach (check) and I always dreamed of living near the beaches (maybe somewhere in God's plans for our future) and I've always just loved California living style. I especially love the style of homes there (specifically San Diego). Even though they're small and quaint I just the love the style! Here's some pictures that remind me of SD homes!

I'm the blogger that see's eye candy, saves the it and forgets to save the source. Please forgive me!

Encouraged

Today I spent extra time with God...just talking with Him. He's the best listener around :) Eric's next in line ;-) but wow, do I feel encouraged and hopeful for why I'm here in Texas and in the school I'm at right now. The school I'm in is starting to grow on me. It was very hard at first to see the situations some of the students are in at home and what not, but they're God's children. Spending more time with Him than I normally do, just gives me pure joy that I can't even explain. Not only has moving drawn me closer to God, but it has also drawn Eric and I closer and only God has shown me this! I'm not sure if this move was a test for me but I know my endurance has definitely grown :)

For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow.
James 1:3

Oh and I got my first Valentine's present from a student today :) I can't wait for Friday to give all the kiddos Vday treats!

fun craft that the kids will be doing...

Very personal with the tracing of the hands and cute messages
taping some chocolates or suckers to them will add an additional touch!

And one that's so cute to do for boyfriend or husband!

[credit to none other than Martha Stewart]

Our New Home...

We've been continuously trying new churches (week after week) and we revisited one today that felt like "home" to us. We love what the church is doing and how much God could use this church! It's small and only a year old but we can just foresee this church doing amazing things! We're not exactly sure if this is the "one" for us but while we continue to pray about it, it gives me hope and confidence in God that we'll find a new home where He can use us. We loved the message today, and were very moved by how God wants us to live our lives daily--more like silk than sand paper--more like a loving/welcoming big comfy chair--(significantly impacting lives) I'm reminded of this as I head off into the busy week ahead!

[photo via Martha Stewart]

[photo via Pottery Barn]

P.S. Eric and I are considering doing PX90 instead of joining a gym out here...has anyone fully committed and accomplished it?!

Happy Weekend!

Gosh, was I ready for the weekend to come! Not too much going on just relaxing, dinner date with our neighbors, church and of course the big game day! Missing my family!

Enjoy the weekend with your loved ones!

Although I love our living room, I would love to be relaxing in this one this weekend :)...just a little eye candy!

[photo via HGTV]

February Love...

I love February and what goes hand-in-hand with this month (especially coming from a kinder)...Valentine's Day and LOVE!!! Speaking of Love I'm dedicated this post to my love. We have been married since months now as of yesterday and these last 6 months have been the craziest, most eventful and BEST 6 months of my life.
It's been hard for the both of us to find time to relax with how busy we both are, but in the midst of all the business we decided to go out for a nice dinner. It was great getting the chance to reflect on how lucky we are that God placed us together . I adore my man and how hard he's been working for us and all the things he's accomplished so far. I'm so thankful for how loving & caring he is, how strong and Godly he is and how understanding and patient he is. He's constantly helping me be a better person daily and constantly treating me the way God designed us to treat one another in the way that he designed husband and wife. I'm so excited to continue this journey along side him and grow old together. I thank God daily for placing Eric in my life.

here are cute etsy finds in honor of Valentine's

[photos via Etsy]

Happy Weekend!

I'm in need of brown dress pants so I plan to hunt for some this weekend along with maybe a few pairs of flats ;-)
P.S. I'm missing my dear family and friends in Arizona lately :-(

Maybe these potentionally?
[photo via J.CREW]cute Tory Burch jelly flats...I wonder if they'll be the new thing...they look comfortable
[photo via Tory Burch]

Have a great weekend!